A GALASHIELS church is to host a free concert next month.

Old Parish and St Paul’s, in Scott Crescent, will welcome Southern Gospel Music, led by John and Pat McIlroy.

The pair, who are from Edinburgh have performed all over the world including America, Africa, the Middle East, Bermuda on cruise ships and extensively throughout the UK.

A promoter for the concert told us: “The McIlroys have recently returned from the south east of the United States, which is the home of Southern Gospel.

“While they were there, they shared their Christian and Scottish and Irish music in churches and at festivals.

“Come along and enjoy, listen, sing along or bring an instrument. The music is infectious and full of joy.

“You can enjoy old favourites including: I’ll Fly Away, Amazing Grace, What a Friend we have in Jesus, Blessed Assurance and many more.”

The concert will take place on Sunday, December 2 in the church hall.

Admission is free.